The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2022

Whether they were critical to product development, marketing, or a successful exit, each of these individuals can have a significant impact on the amount of money the business is worth. Many founders stay on for several years to earn the bulk of their compensation, and the M&A advisor can provide guidance in this regard.

Merger 134

Merger Acquisition Due Diligence Valuation 134

K9 Ventures

OCTOBER 10, 2017

I’ll start with all the questions I can think of, from many different perspectives: founders, LPs, the press, and even other VCs. If it doesn’t have the product fully baked yet? A Seed round today — like the Series A round of yesteryear — requires some kind of traction or product. Those times are long gone.

Seed Stage 82

Seed Stage Finance Later Stage Equity 82

David Teten

OCTOBER 1, 2015

I’ve talked with a number of software development shops who are eager to get into the business of cofounding companies, i.e., getting product revenue and equity instead of just consulting revenue. What are the terms of their relationship with the founder? That said, I’m not sure of the most appropriate structure.

Software Developers 60

Software Developers Software Development Software Review Technical Cofounder 60